Based on the idea of a traditional atlas but offered via the Internet by NOAA, the Gulf of Mexico Data Atlas
provides answers to questions related to the physical environment, marine resources, and economic activity in
the Gulf of Mexico. Information is presented in the form of map plates with descriptions, written by recognized
subject matter experts, explaining how the data were gathered and how they are relevant. The Gulf of Mexico Data
Atlas has data from federal, state, non-governmental agencies, and academia.